The Hotel Of Sleep By The Stormy Sea: A Sleepy Story

This is a story or perhaps more a visualisation, that I wrote about a hotel that you get to visit. You are the only guest and an entire staff are on hand to meet your every desire. It all leads to a beautiful and memorable night of deep sleep. Enjoy.

Transcript

Hello my friend,

Welcome to your sleep story.

My name is Stephen Dalton,

And it's my great privilege to be the voice that you listen to as you go to sleep tonight.

In tonight's story,

You will visit a very special hotel.

It is a hotel where sleep is the priority,

And it is called the Sleepy Hotel.

Now let's do the relaxation session,

Which will take a few minutes,

Before tonight's sleep story.

I'm going to count down from ten to one,

And as I do,

Allow yourself to let go,

Little by little.

Ten.

If your eyes aren't closed already,

Perhaps now is a good time to let them close.

Allow yourself to find a comfortable position,

Just the right position for you.

Nine.

Feel the support of the bed beneath you,

Or the ground,

Or the earth.

Feel that support.

It'll help you let go a little more.

Eight.

Know that there is peace within you.

It is always there.

It is just waiting to be seen,

To be felt.

See if you can find that peace tonight.

Seven.

Feel into your body now.

Notice anywhere you might be holding.

Maybe in your hands.

Maybe your feet.

Maybe your face.

Let it go now.

Let it all go.

Six.

Remember,

The day is done.

You don't have to do anything now.

Whatever has been,

Has been.

Whatever will be,

Will be.

Five.

You are safe.

You are supported.

Allow my voice to be a friend.

To be an anchor of safety.

That gently leads you towards sleep.

Know that my voice will only take you to safe and cozy places.

Four.

Really letting go now.

Any residual tension.

Completely melting away now.

You have nothing to do.

Three.

Allow a little gratitude.

For your cozy environment.

Your shelter.

Two.

Starting to notice your imagination.

Coming to life now.

One.

Completely letting go.

As I tell you,

Tonight's sleep story.

There once was a hotel.

In fact,

It still exists.

But only if you know where to go.

Anyway.

There once was a hotel.

That may or may not still be in existence.

Now this hotel was no ordinary hotel.

For this hotel was said to be the most sleep-inducing hotel ever known to anybody.

It is said by many that it sits next to a wild and stormy ocean.

Now,

I cannot confirm this.

But for the sake of our imaginations.

Let's say that it was next to a wild and stormy sea.

As there is nothing more comforting than the sound of a stormy sea outside the window.

They say as well.

That it was nearly always raining outside this hotel.

Oh.

And it was always cold.

And it was in a place that hardly ever saw any daylight.

And so.

This elegant,

Old,

Victorian looking hotel.

Was almost always shrouded in darkness.

With crackling,

Cozy fires lit throughout.

With rain falling outside.

And the stormy ocean just on its doorstep.

There was,

They say,

No better place for sleep in all the world.

The hotel was run by a wise old man.

The man,

They say,

Had the most calming nature of any hotel owner that has ever been known.

He was known as Mr.

Slumber.

And he wore a gentle smile.

That eased any tension in the air.

The moment you met him.

He would dress in a soft,

Woollen cardigan.

That seemed as though it were spun from the very clouds of comfort.

His voice,

A warm baritone.

Had a soothing cadence.

That even the stormy ocean couldn't rival for tranquility.

It was as though his mere presence in the hotel lobby.

Acted as a balm to weary souls.

Now Mr.

Slumber had a team of the most dedicated staff.

Each uniquely skilled in the art of relaxation.

There was Ella,

The concierge.

Whose knowledge of sleep-inducing herbal teas was unparalleled.

There was Finn,

The handyman.

Who seemed to intuitively know just how to adjust the room temperatures and humidity levels to optimum coziness.

Then there was Madeline,

The chef.

Who prepared dishes that were as comforting as they were delicious.

Filled with natural ingredients.

Known to promote good sleep.

And of course there was Hans and Chloe,

The two masseuses.

Who did a fine job of relieving all the stress and tension of their guests.

And in the center of it all was Mr.

Slumber.

Orchestrating this symphony of serenity.

Ensuring that each guest had not just a stay,

But an experience.

That would lull them into the deepest,

Most restorative sleep they'd ever known.

Oh,

And there is one thing that I didn't mention.

In fact,

It's the most important thing about the Sleepy Hotel.

It only welcomes one guest to stay on any given night.

And tonight,

My friend,

You are the chosen guest.

And you can of course bring a friend or a loved one.

You can do what your heart desires.

As your dream car glides along the winding path leading to the Hotel of Sleep.

You feel a sense of warm anticipation and serenity wash over you.

The sound of the luxury engine harmonizes with the raindrops pelting gently against the windows.

And the stormy sea in the distance adds a rhythmic undertone.

The car comes to a gentle stop in front of the main entrance.

And as if on cue,

Mr.

Slumber appears.

Holding a large,

Elegant umbrella,

Ensuring not a drop of rain mars your arrival.

Welcome,

He says softly,

His voice immediately calming your senses.

We've been expecting you.

He ushers you under the protection of the umbrella and guides you toward the grand entryway.

Each step you take feels like a step away from the outside world and its many cares.

Here,

You can completely get away from it all.

The ornate doors swing open as you approach.

Almost as if the hotel itself is extending a warm,

Welcoming embrace.

Mr.

Slumber leads you in,

Relieving you of any baggage,

Both physical and metaphorical.

And assures you that from this moment on,

Every detail has been arranged for your ultimate comfort.

Once inside,

The warm,

Inviting aura wraps around you like a soft,

Cherished quilt.

Your senses are greeted by the gentle scents and soft sounds that fill the air.

Rain on windows,

The distant murmur of the ocean,

And the crackling of fires in ornate fireplaces.

The ambiance is like something out of a fairy tale.

A serene sanctuary,

Untouched by time or troubles.

Mr.

Slumber gives you a knowing smile.

A silent affirmation that you're in for a night of unparalleled relaxation and sleep.

In the center of the grand reception area grows an astonishingly large tree.

Its branches reaching toward the high,

Intricately detailed ceiling as if touching the heavens.

The trunk is robust and gnarled,

Showing the wisdom of countless years.

And its leaves shimmer in a mesmerizing dance with the flickering candlelight.

The floor you stand upon is plush and cushiony,

Like walking on a cloud.

And it seems to absorb every care or worry you may have had.

Every step you take feels comforting.

As if the very fibers of the carpet are welcoming your weary feet and inviting them to relax.

As you look around,

Absorbing the sheer majesty of it all,

You notice you're not alone.

The entire team of the Hotel of Sleep is present in this softly illuminated,

Candlelit realm.

They stand in gentle,

Respectful silence.

Each one exuding an aura of kindness and competence,

As if they are the guardians of restfulness,

Trained in the ancient art of hospitality.

Their eyes meet yours,

And their faces light up in a collective,

Genuine smile.

Without a word,

Their expressions seem to say,

You are safe here.

You are cherished.

And every detail of your stay will be perfect.

Mr.

Slumber steps forward,

Arms graciously extended,

And introduces the staff one by one.

Finally,

Mr.

Slumber turns to you and says,

This is your sanctuary for the night.

Here,

You'll find no interruptions,

No unpleasantries.

Just endless comfort and rest.

As you stand there,

Enveloped in the warm glow of the candles and the gentle hum of this hidden world,

Tuned to perfection,

Maybe you can't help but feel that,

Indeed,

This will be a night like no other.

A night where every element has been meticulously designed to invite you into the deepest,

Most tranquil sleep you've ever known.

So,

Mr.

Slumber says,

We have three rooms here,

And three rooms only.

There is our night garden room that has blooming scents and a glass roof which allows the rain to lull you to sleep.

This room is the room you will sleep in.

It is truly a marvel.

It's a sanctuary,

Enveloped in the gentle aromas of night-blooming jasmine and lavender.

And the bed is placed in the center of the room,

Beneath a grand,

Transparent roof.

And as you lie down,

The pitter-patter of the raindrops will serenade you,

Each droplet adding another note to nature's lullaby.

You will also visit this evening,

Before you sleep,

The ocean whisper sweet.

This room will be where you can swim in healing salt water,

Listening to the sound of the ocean.

And then,

You will visit the library of dreams.

This room is for lovers of stories,

Of words,

And of wisdom,

Which I can tell you are.

But first,

Allow me to escort you to your bedroom,

The night garden room.

Emotions for you to follow him,

As he leads you down an elegantly carpeted hallway.

Spend as much time as you'd like here,

And when you're ready,

Ring this bell.

He hands you a small,

Ornate bell,

That seems to shimmer,

Even in the dim light.

As you step into the night garden room,

You can't quite believe your eyes.

The scent of the flowers,

The sound of the rain,

And the soft light all coalesce into an atmosphere that almost feels otherworldly.

You then notice a massage table,

Set up near a corner,

Draped in plush towels,

And adorned with sprigs of fresh lavender.

The masseuse,

A calming presence with a gentle smile,

Stands ready.

I'm here to help you let go of any tension you might be carrying.

Please,

Make yourself comfortable.

As you lie down on the massage table,

A serene melody of nature sounds begins to play in the background.

You inhale deeply the garden's aromatic scents,

Mingling with essential oils that the masseuse has prepared.

The masseuse's skilled hands begin to work on your tense muscles,

Each movement synchronized with your breath,

And each touch seemingly guided by intuition.

The rain continues to putter softly on the glass ceiling,

Adding an extra layer of comfort and relaxation to the experience.

As the massage concludes,

The masseuse steps back,

Allowing you a moment to bask in the feeling of utter relaxation that envelops you.

Take as much time as you need,

The masseuse says,

Before stepping out,

Leaving you in your own secluded paradise.

Perhaps you feel incredibly relaxed,

As if a weight has been lifted from your shoulders.

Now you ring the bell for Mr.

Slumber to come,

And soon he appears,

The expression on his face as serene as the atmosphere that surrounds you.

I trust you enjoyed your time in the night garden room,

He says softly,

Guiding you down a corridor filled with the gentle sound of a distant ocean tide.

Now,

Let's take you to the ocean room.

When the door opens,

The scent of the sea washes over you,

Like an old friend greeting you.

A saltwater pool glows invitingly in the center of the room,

Its gentle ripples calming you further,

Through a large glass window at the end of the room.

You can see the ocean,

Just there,

The tide rhythmically meeting the shore,

And then going back out to sea.

Take your time here,

Mr.

Slumber says,

Directing your attention to plush towels and a luxurious robe neatly folded on a chair.

The pool is filled with therapeutic saltwater,

It's incredibly beneficial for the skin,

And remarkably calming for the mind.

Feel free to soak as long as you wish,

And with that,

He leaves you in peace.

As you lower yourself into the pool,

The water envelops you like a warm embrace.

It's the perfect temperature,

Not too hot,

Not too cold,

Just another example of the hotel's attention to detail.

The buoyancy of the saltwater makes you feel almost weightless,

Allowing your body to float effortlessly.

A feeling of total relaxation washes over you,

As if the water is pulling the stress out of your muscles and absorbing it,

Leaving you with nothing but calm.

You float there for a while,

Letting your thoughts drift away with each gentle ripple of the water.

The murmur of the ocean waves from outside mingles with the subtle scent of the sea,

Creating an environment so tranquil,

It feels almost surreal.

Once again,

Time becomes irrelevant.

All that matters is this very moment,

This very sensation.

The hotel of sleep has done it again.

It has created a haven of peace just for you.

After some time,

You ring your bell again,

And Mr.

Slumber guides you to the final sanctuary of the evening,

The library room.

As the door creaks open,

You're greeted by walls lined with beautifully crafted wooden bookshelves,

Each filled with an array of timeless classics and modern masterpieces.

Here in the library room,

You may choose any book,

And it shall be read to you,

Mr.

Slumber explains.

Emotions to a wise-looking man,

Wearing glasses,

Sitting in the corner in a great armchair,

A soft blanket draped across his lap.

Our esteemed reader is quite skilled in the art of storytelling,

So your journey through the words will be as immersive as it is calming.

Your eyes wander over the shelves and finally settle on a beautiful leather-bound edition of Peter Pan by J.

M.

Barrie.

And as you hand it to the reader,

He opens it with reverence.

You find a cozy place in a hammock,

Hanging near the warm,

Cozy fireplace,

And the reader begins to read.

All children,

Except one,

Grow up.

They soon know that they will grow up.

And the way Wendy knew was this.

One day,

When she was two years old,

She was playing in a garden,

And she plucked another flower and ran with it to her mother.

I suppose she must have looked rather delightful,

For Mrs.

Darling put her hand to her heart and cried,

Oh,

Why can't you remain like this forever?

This was all that passed between them on the subject.

But henceforth Wendy knew that she must grow up.

You always know after you are two.

Two is the beginning of the end.

The reader's voice is as velvety as the evening air,

Each word measured and tranquil,

As they narrate the whimsical tale of the boy who never grew up.

You find yourself drifting further into a state of complete serenity.

The ambience,

The storytelling,

And the profound calm that fills every inch of the room all contribute to an overwhelming sense of peace that envelops you entirely.

Then you notice a small dining cart being wheeled in by another staff member.

The cart is laden with a selection of comfort foods designed to induce the perfect night's sleep.

You take your pick.

Something hearty or something sweet,

The choice is yours.

Would you care for some dinner?

Mr.

Slumber asks,

A twinkle in his eye.

Each dish is meticulously prepared to not only delight your palate but also to help ease you into a restful sleep.

As you begin to eat,

You find that each bite compliments the words of Peter Pan being read in the background,

Harmonizing with the atmosphere in the room.

Now you are beginning to feel very sleepy and you are escorted by Mr.

Slumber back to the night garden room.

The room has taken on a quieter ambience now,

Attuned to the advancing night.

A plush bed awaits,

A masterpiece of comfort,

As if it were designed by the gods of sleep themselves.

The frame is a rich dark wood and carved with intricate designs that evoke the forest surrounding the hotel,

Bringing the sense of the natural world into this cozy sanctuary.

The mattress is something of a revelation.

It's the perfect blend of firm and soft,

As if conforming specifically to the contours of your body.

No pressure points,

No discomfort,

Just the feeling of being gently cradled.

The sheets are of a quality you didn't even know existed,

Woven from the finest Egyptian cotton.

You are ready to get into this bed and fall into a deep sleep.

Goodnight,

Mr.

Slumber says,

As he gently closes the door behind him.

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